RED Conference

Reigniting Leadership Potential, Empowering Teams, Delivering Results.

July 17, 2026, 9:00 AM - 12:00 Noon*** Date Subject to Change!

Location - TBD

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2025 Talent Champions

Workforce is the #1 challenge businesses face today.

From recruiting and retention to bridging the skills gap, leaders across industries are asking the same question: How do we build and keep strong teams?

This is not just a Frisco challenge. It is a nationwide trend. Employers everywhere are struggling to attract top talent, keep their best people, and prepare their teams to lead in a rapidly changing world.

But here is what we know for certain:

  • Strong leadership drives retention.

  • Professional development fuels engagement.

  • When employees feel invested in, they stay and grow.

That is exactly where the RED Conference makes the difference.

Instead of sending employees across the country for development, we bring nationally recognized speakers right here to Frisco. Your team gains world-class insights without the travel costs. And during our unique Mentor Meetings, attendees connect directly with local leaders who are shaping our community right now.

The inaugural RED Conference took place on August 20, 2025, and now, set for summer 2026 (date TBD), you can lock in inaugural year pricing on tickets, team packages, and sponsorships. Several have mentioned that they would like to send their summer interns to the RED Conference, so we’re looking at an earlier date. An earlier date also allow educators to join the RED Conference before heading back to the classroom.

This is your chance to invest in your talent, strengthen your business, and prepare for the future.

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Our 2025 Featured Speakers

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Jim "The Rookie" Morris

Motiviational Speaker | Author | Real Life Rookie

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Jasmine Brett Stringer

Motivational Speaker | Author of Seize Your Life

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Meet Our 2025 Mentors

One of the most innovative components of the RED Conference is the Mentor Meetings—fast-paced, one-on-one conversations with trusted local leaders like you who have built strong teams, led through change, and made a lasting impact in their industries.

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Lauren Billings

VP of Operations & Owner of Billings Productions Inc.

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Mark Blum

President/CEO - World Missions Adventure Nonprofit

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Scott Burchett

General Manager, Frisco RoughRiders Baseball

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Peter Burns

President and CEO at Peter Burns Enterprise

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Vicki Chen

Director of Communications & Community Engagement - Medical City Healthcare

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James Collins

Retired Senior Vice President, McDonalds Corporation

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Daniel Cuffe

General Manager of the upcoming Universal Kids Resort here in Frisco

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Jason Denton

Founder & CEO, Reliable Technology Services, Inc.

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Josh Dill

Assistant Executive Director for Visit Frisco

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Kimberly Y. Evans

CEO & President of Purposed Consulting, LLC,

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Dr. Todd Fouche

Deputy Superintendent, Frisco ISD

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Andrew Frey

Owner-Operator of Chick-fil-A Lexington Village

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Henry Hill

Deputy City Manager at City of Frisco

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Diana Hopes, Ed.D.

Campus Provost at Collin College – Frisco and Celina

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Shawn Jackson

Executive Director - Kaleidoscope Park

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Danny Mehta

Investor / Entrepreneur

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Barbara Milo

Director of Park Experience - Hall Park

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Terri Paterson

Director of Business Development - Monument Commercial

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Cori Powers

Director of Marketing and Communications at Visit Frisco

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Chad Rudy

Financial Advisor, Executive Vice President

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Alyssa Simms

Principal with Baker Tilly's Tax Pactice

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Chad Sterling, CRP, GMS

Chief Executive Officer of Altair Global

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Darren Stevens

Assistant Chief of Police, Frisco

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Jay Taylor

Managing Member of CuppaPug Texas LLC

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Melethia Tuggle

Founder & CEO, Robin Steel

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Stefanie Wagoner, AICP, EDFP

Economic Developer | TEDx Speaker

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Breshell West

Frisco-based Social Media Influencer and Marketing Strategist

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Tony Woods

President of Checkmate Surveillance Investigators LLC /Commanding General, Texas State Guard (Retired)

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Why RED? Why Now?

During a recent survey of our members, more than 72% of business leaders listed workforce as one of their top three challenges.

Whether it’s attracting qualified talent, retaining top performers, or closing the growing skills gap, workforce concerns are at the center of nearly every business conversation we’re having today.

It’s a local issue.
It’s a national issue.
And it’s not going away anytime soon.

2026 Available Sponsorships

Presenting Sponsor

SPONSORSHIP
$ 15,000
  • Exclusive brand recognition as the Presenting Sponsor
  • Prominent placement of logo on all event collateral and digital platforms
  • 3-minute speaking opportunity to welcome attendees
  • Featured video played during the event
  • Premier reserved seating for 40 attendees

Speaker Sponsor

SPONSORSHIP
$ 8,000
  • Opportunity to introduce event speakers
  • Prominent placement of logo on all event collateral and digital platforms
  • Featured video played during the event
  • Premier reserved seating for 20 attendees

Nonprofit Sponsor

SPONSORSHIP
$ 7,500
  • Featured video played during the event
  • Prominent placement of logo on all event collateral and digital platforms
  • Includes 24 attendees for sponsors to underwrite nonprofit attendees

Educator Sponsor

SPONSORSHIP
$ 7,500
  • Featured video played during the event
  • Prominent placement of logo on all event collateral and digital platforms
  • Includes 24 attendees for sponsors to underwrite educator attendees

Innovator Sponsor

SPONSORSHIP
$ 4,000
  • Prominent placement of logo on all event collateral and digital platforms
  • Featured video played during the event
  • Includes 20 attendees, premier seating, and recognition at the event

Visionary

SPONSORSHIP
$ 2,000
  • Placement of logo on all event collateral and digital platforms
  • Reserved seating for 15 attendees

Talent Champion

Ticket Package
$ 1,000
  • Seating for 10 Attendees
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Individual Ticket

Earlybird Ticket Price
$ 125
  • Individual Ticket
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If you have questions regarding the planning and implementation of any of our events, please email Shelby Fawver, Director of Events. For sponsorship opportunities, please contact Brian Davis, Director of Marketing and Event Sponsorships. 

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Thank You To Our 2025 Sponsors

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